Emmerdale fans have been left reeling after last night’s intense episode, which ended with teenager April Windsor attacking newcomer Callum in self-defence. Friday’s instalment promises to reveal whether Callum survived the brutal confrontation — and the truth will change everything.

A Shocking Scene That Stunned Viewers

Thursday’s episode left fans frozen in disbelief as April fought back against Callum, who had trapped her in a terrifying situation. When he tried to force himself on her, April struck him over the head with a vodka bottle in panic, leaving him motionless and bleeding.

The camera lingered on April’s horrified face as she realised what had happened. Then, the screen faded to black — without revealing Callum’s fate.

Now, Friday’s episode is set to pick up immediately after that shocking moment, and the question on every fan’s mind is simple: Did Callum survive?

The episode is available now on ITVX ahead of its ITV1 broadcast at 7:30pm — but producers are keeping tight-lipped about what unfolds next.

What Really Happened in the Lead-Up

The horrifying scene came after weeks of manipulation by criminals Ray Walters and Celia Daniels, who lured April and her friend Dylan Penders into their dangerous drug operation.

Convinced they owed Ray and Celia a debt, the teens were coerced into meeting “clients” to pay it off. When April realised she was being forced into something far darker than she imagined, she refused to go through with it.

That’s when Callum turned violent, blocking her escape and claiming he had already paid for what he wanted. Desperate to protect herself, April struck out — leading to one of Emmerdale’s most disturbing cliffhangers in years.

Fallout and Fan Theories

Fans have flooded social media with speculation about Callum’s fate and what this means for April’s future. Many believe she’ll try to cover up what happened, while others think Celia and Ray will use the situation to tighten their hold on her.

The storyline has sparked intense discussion about coercion, control, and the devastating impact of grooming, with viewers praising Amelia Flanagan’s powerful performance as April.

A Twist That “Will Stagger the Audience”

Actor Mark Charnock, who plays April’s father Marlon Dingle, teased that a major twist is still to come. Speaking to The Mirror, he said:

“There’s a twist in the episode that will stagger the audience. Something happens that when I read it, it shocked me so much that I thought, ‘Oh god, I wish I’d known about it before I read it,’ because it really threw me.”

With emotions running high and secrets closing in, tonight’s episode promises to be one of Emmerdale’s most unforgettable moments of the year.

Is Callum dead? Or has Emmerdale only just begun to reveal the consequences of April’s desperate act?